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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Samsung NX1000 front
Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
60
Overall
61

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Revealed September 2017
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-E4
Samsung NX1000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
  • Introduced April 2012
  • Refreshed by Samsung NX1100
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-E3 and Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was announced 5 years after the NX1000 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up against the NX1000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Samsung NX1000

 Fujifilm X-E3 NX1000 
IntroducedSeptember 2017April 2012More modern by 66 months
Screen resolution1040k921kClearer screen (+119k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Fujifilm X-E3

 NX1000 Fujifilm X-E3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Samsung NX1000

 Fujifilm X-E3 NX1000 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 offers exterior dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-E3 and Samsung NX1000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus the NX1000.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and NX1000 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E3 and NX1000.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm X-E3 to provide you with more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E3 provides an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Portrait photography features
Samsung NX1000 Portrait photography features
80
you can focus manually
decent MP (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focus
saves RAW files
77
manual focus
decent megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Street photography camera
Samsung NX1000 as a Street photography camera
72
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
comes with touch focus
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
73
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than others in class (222 grams)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Sports photography info
Samsung NX1000 Sports photography info
75
silent shutter (1/32,000s)
decent MP (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
56
decent megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have image stabilization
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography advice
Samsung NX1000 Travel photography advice
77
connects via bluetooth
comes with touch focus
decent MP (24MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
68
lighter than others in class (222 grams)
decent megapixels (20MP)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
Photography Glossary

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Landscape photography with Samsung NX1000
79
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
decent MP (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
saves RAW files
does not have image stabilization
71
manual focus
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Vlogging advice
Samsung NX1000 Vlogging advice
37
touchscreen
supports face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have external mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
34
supports face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others in class (222g)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing external mic port
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Samsung NX1000
 Fujifilm X-E3Samsung NX1000
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm X-E3 Samsung NX1000
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2017-09-07 2012-04-19
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor III -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 12800 12800
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 325 15
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Samsung NX
Number of lenses 54 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 1,040k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 14.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 337g (0.74 lbs) 222g (0.49 lbs)
Physical dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 72
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 840
Other
Battery life 350 pictures 320 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S BC1030
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $700 $388